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Israel Prepares for Fourth Large-Scale Attack on Iran-Backed Houthis in Yemen, Says Major General Tomer Bar

Dec 25, 2024, 05:39 AM

The Israeli military is preparing for a potential large-scale attack on the Houthi movement in Yemen, according to reports from the Israel Broadcasting Authority. The Israeli Air Force, along with intelligence and operations divisions, is expanding its target lists in anticipation of this operation. Major General Tomer Bar, the chief of the Israeli Air Force, indicated during a pilots' graduation ceremony that the frequency of strikes against the Iran-backed Houthis will increase in response to their missile and drone attacks on Israel. He emphasized that Israel is ready to conduct operations at any time and place, underscoring the military's commitment to countering threats from Iranian proxies in the region. This potential escalation marks a consideration for a fourth strike against the Houthis, reflecting heightened tensions in the area.